Rising Estimator: Tendering & Costing

Brosnan; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

On-going training and support

Health, Life, Trauma & Income Protect

Wellness and corporate benefits

Job summary

Brosnan is seeking a skilled estimator in Christchurch to support preconstruction and tendering. You will measure and price works from first principles, prepare quantity schedules, and develop cost estimates under senior guidance.

The role offers exposure to a diverse range of projects and a collaborative team environment. You will work with Estimators, suppliers and operational teams to improve estimating processes, maintain rate libraries and contribute to bid competitiveness.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction estimating or quantity surveying.
• National Diploma in Quantity Surveying or relevant tertiary qualification.
• Good understanding of estimating and tender processes.
• CostX experience is preferred but not essential.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Measure and price retained works from first principles, including demolition, concrete and carpentry.
• Prepare detailed measures and schedules of quantities and analyze drawings for multiple tenders.
• Develop first-principles rate build-ups for labour, materials, plant and productivity.
• Obtain supplier quotations and review pricing for scope gaps and risks.
• Support Estimators and Senior Estimators with tender clarifications.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Education

National Diploma in Quantity Surveying

Relevant tertiary qualification or construction trade background

Tools

CostX

Job description

Brosnan is seeking a skilled estimator in Christchurch to support preconstruction and tendering. You will measure and price works from first principles, prepare quantity schedules, and develop cost estimates under senior guidance.

The role offers exposure to a diverse range of projects and a collaborative team environment. You will work with Estimators, suppliers and operational teams to improve estimating processes, maintain rate libraries and contribute to bid competitiveness.